English–Spanish

“shaman” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/tʃaˈman/

Example

El chamán curó al enfermo.

The shaman healed the sick person.

Illustration for chamán (shaman)

How to say “shaman” in Spanish

“Shaman” in Spanish is chamán.

Ritual leader who performs healing and spirit communication for the community.

Full entry for chamán: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with chamán

Los vecinos respetan al chamán de la comunidad.

The neighbors respect the community's shaman.

Tips for using chamán

  • Although English 'shaman' is a close cognate, chamán in Spanish often carries specific cultural connotations that do not always match the English sense.

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